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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1896
Page
2
The readable scraps describe political campaigning and election day attire amid an era of postal and civic activity. Mentions of voters Ann and various workers mingle with stray lines about costumes and social scenes on a rough, garbled page.
The piece notes seven hundred thirty one enrolled students this year and lists several prominent speakers. It criticizes a parade candidate as a cowardly makeshift while lamenting poor literacy with a coarse, critical tone.
Fragmentary OCR text references figures and places vaguely, making exact names and events hard to confirm. The readable bits mention Watter Dearnvin Wil SeneiY Deicke Wine and Washington, but no coherent event or outcome is verifiable.
A young girl in a church setting inspires with fearless conduct during a prayer. She unexpectedly ends the service with a calm statement of Amen and sits, reflecting a moment of quiet faith in the exchange.
A letter complains that a life size picture of the rooster and a portrait of William J Beyan will be published in next Wednesday's Democrat. The writer questions if the images will actually appear, noting previous delays.
A reader seeks guidance on paper types choosing between fly ash coated paper and sandpaper alternatives, asking for a non political discussion of options and potential uses.
Citizens express indignation over the alleged misconduct at last Saturday's Democratic Rally. The writer condemns insulting behavior toward women and children and urges accountability for those responsible.
Unclear notes describe a dance event with colors worn by attendees. Mentions Portland area and a meeting at Washington. References Melvintoy election and free delivery paying expenses. Attendees told to wear yellow or white garments.
A late night disturbance escalated into gunfire as Charles Fyte battled with Ami Daerten and Chorten. Garten struck Lamb with a weight, Ed Spur Geon fired at Lamb, wounding Cox in the back. Mirbough received a safety wound, and Pr Rankow and Laxviten were mentioned amid the chaotic scene.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a remedy sold by W. L. S Tuy aimed at warding off attacks. It mentions weeks with ecole and perms and references Mus. FL Botusa and Jenn as persons who may benefit. The text lacks clear dates or locations.
Notice states the order signed appoints F. Retcham as administrator of the estate of deceased in Daviess County Indiana. The estate is believed solvent. Merth J. Ketcham as administrator.
Fragment summarizes a commercial medical reference book addressed to physicians in the United States. The text mentions Dr Hathaway & Co at 1 Dearborn Street Chicago and references a medical guide focused on sex specific chronic illnesses.
Reproduction of a historical classified notice invites applications from faithful men or women for an established Indiana house position paying $780 salary plus $15 weekly extras. Applicants must send a stamped self addressed envelope to Star Building Chicago for details.
Vague notes describe election night events with references to Will Crooke and Arthur Phipps, local figures returning home from Cairo and Bloomington. Mentions DePauw University, Terre Haute, and Hammond, with scattered musings on politics, poetry, and everyday life.
A testimonial from W L Stoy of Santa Greek California claims that a severe cough was cured by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. He says it stopped his constant coughing and he would recommend it to anyone troubled by a cough.
The first returns from Tuesday's election show a landslide for McKinley with majorities across New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Iowa, Massachusetts and Indiana. County results reveal strong Democratic losses and a GOP surge, while local towns report decisive margins and mixed reactions.
Fragmentary OCR shows precinct level tallies for Madison Township with multiple candidates or wards listed across First, Second, and Third precincts. Numbers appear for McWinley Bryan Mount Shively Miers Wadsworth Ritter Sears Swickerd and others, but many names are corrupted.
John R. McLean praises Cincinnati Enquirer for steady prices, growing circulation, and commitment to presenting facts without forcing opinions. He credits loyal readers and broad coverage for the paper’s sustained value and enterprise in news and minor matters.
The father of J A Juhrson of Lyng Center HL credits Chamberlains Cough Remem with saving his child during a severe croup attack. He owns Johnson Bros drug business and endorses the remedy as superior and widely trusted for throat and croup cures.
An advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a tonic for thin pale children. It claims children will not object, become plump, gain growth and prosperity, strengthen digestion and nerves, and build rich blood. Free information offered by mail.
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